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Atmotube vs Carrot Weather

Atmotube logo

Atmotube

Weather

Portable air quality monitor for on-the-go tracking

From
$179/one-time
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite
Carrot Weather logo

Carrot Weather

Weather

Hilariously accurate weather app with personality

From
Free
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite

The short version

  • Only Carrot Weather has a free tier, so it costs nothing to try first.
  • Each has a real cost: Atmotube a hardware purchase: the readings come from the Atmotube PRO 2 or Atmocube device rather than from the app alone; Carrot Weather most advanced weather data sources (AccuWeather, The Weather Channel, Aeris Weather, Netatmo personal stations) and map layers (lightning, alerts, wind, humidity, dew point, snow depth) are locked behind paid Premium/Ultrapremium Club subscriptions, not included in the base app
  • They diverge on capability: Atmotube covers Portable design, Carrot Weather covers Personality modes.
  • Prices and features above were last checked on 30 August 2026.

Where they differ

Only the attributes on which Atmotube and Carrot Weather actually diverge.

Attributes where Atmotube and Carrot Weather differ
AttributeAtmotubeCarrot Weather
Starting price$179/one-timeFree
Pricing modelone-timeUnknown
Free tierNoYes
PlatformsIos, Android, HardwareiOS, Android, macOS
Founded20152013

Identical on both: user rating (Not yet rated), category (Weather).

What each one covers

Drawn from each product's published feature list. An absence here means we hold no record of it - not that the product lacks it.

Only in Atmotube

  • Portable design
  • PM1/2.5/10 sensors
  • VOC detection
  • Temperature/humidity
  • GPS tracking
  • Mobile app
  • PlanetWatch
  • Data export

Only in Carrot Weather

  • Personality modes
  • Multiple data sources
  • Custom layouts
  • Secret locations
  • Snarky commentary
  • Apple Watch
  • Siri shortcuts
  • Widgets

Both cover

  • Ios support

What people use each for

The jobs each tool is most often brought in to do.

Atmotube

  • Personal exposure tracking for PM1, PM2.5 and PM10 while moving aroundnot Carrot Weather
  • Indoor air quality monitoring for CO2 and VOCsnot Carrot Weather
  • Commercial building air quality dashboards with Atmocubenot Carrot Weather
  • Noise and light monitoring alongside air quality in officesnot Carrot Weather

Carrot Weather

  • Checking current, hourly, and daily weather forecasts with a humorous AI personalitynot Atmotube
  • Viewing radar, storm cell, and weather alert mapsnot Atmotube
  • Receiving push notifications for rain, lightning, or storm cells (premium)not Atmotube
  • Tracking historical weather data (up to 70 years back) or long-range forecasts via the 'weather time machine' featurenot Atmotube
  • Using Apple Watch complications/widgets for at-a-glance forecastsnot Atmotube

Where each one falls short

Documented limitations, not opinions. Every one is a constraint you would hit in normal use.

Atmotube

  • A hardware purchase: the readings come from the Atmotube PRO 2 or Atmocube device rather than from the app alone
  • Prices are not shown on the main site and sit in a separate store
  • The two devices measure different things, with formaldehyde, light and noise on Atmocube only

Carrot Weather

  • Most advanced weather data sources (AccuWeather, The Weather Channel, Aeris Weather, Netatmo personal stations) and map layers (lightning, alerts, wind, humidity, dew point, snow depth) are locked behind paid Premium/Ultrapremium Club subscriptions, not included in the base app
  • Background Apple Watch updates for premium data sources require an active subscription
  • Pricing for named tiers (Premium Club, Premium Ultra, Premium Family) is disclosed only via in-app purchase screens rather than a public pricing page with fixed dollar figures
  • Mac App Store listing shows a separate $14.99 one-time purchase price for macOS, a different pricing model than the free-to-download iOS/Android version

Pricing, plan by plan

Atmotube

$179/one-time
  • Atmotube Pro$179/one-time
    • PM sensors
    • VOC detection
    • Bluetooth

Carrot Weather

Free
  • Premium Club$undefined/mo
    • Additional data sources and map layers
  • Ultrapremium Club$undefined/mo
    • Full data sources, map layers, notifications
  • Premium Family$undefined/mo
    • Shares Premium/Ultrapremium across up to 5 family members

Which should you pick?

Choose Atmotube if

  • You need portable design.
  • You work on Ios, Android, Hardware.
  • You also want pm1/2.5/10 sensors.
Atmotube review

Choose Carrot Weather if

  • You need personality modes.
  • You want to start without paying.
  • You work on iOS, Android, macOS.
  • You also want multiple data sources.
Carrot Weather review

Questions people ask

Is Atmotube or Carrot Weather better?
Neither clearly leads. Atmotube starts at $179/one-time and Carrot Weather at Free, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, Atmotube or Carrot Weather?
Carrot Weather has a free tier; the other does not. Paid plans start at $179/one-time for Atmotube and Free for Carrot Weather.
Does Atmotube or Carrot Weather run on more platforms?
Atmotube runs on Ios, Android, Hardware. Carrot Weather runs on iOS, Android, macOS.
Can I use Carrot Weather for free?
Yes. Carrot Weather has a free tier, so you can try it without paying. Atmotube starts at $179/one-time.
What is Atmotube best used for?
Atmotube is most often used for personal exposure tracking for pm1, pm2.5 and pm10 while moving around, indoor air quality monitoring for co2 and vocs, commercial building air quality dashboards with atmocube, noise and light monitoring alongside air quality in offices. Of those, personal exposure tracking for pm1, pm2.5 and pm10 while moving around and indoor air quality monitoring for co2 and vocs are not what Carrot Weather is typically brought in for.
What can Atmotube do that Carrot Weather cannot?
Atmotube covers Portable design, PM1/2.5/10 sensors, VOC detection, Temperature/humidity. Carrot Weather covers Personality modes, Multiple data sources, Custom layouts, Secret locations. Both handle Ios support.

Answered from the vendors’ own pages

Atmotube: What products does Atmotube offer and what are their prices?

The landing page mentions two products: Atmotube PRO 2 and Atmocube. However, actual pricing is not disclosed on this page. You must visit the external shop (eu.store.atmotube.com) to see prices.

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Carrot Weather: How much does Carrot Weather cost?

Carrot Weather pricing is not displayed on the vendor website. The app offers a Premium Club membership model for access to advanced features like custom widgets, notifications, data source switching, weather maps, and customization options, but specific costs require checking the app store. Source: https://www.meetcarrot.com/weather

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Atmotube: Is there a way to evaluate Atmotube before purchasing?

The page does not mention a free trial, evaluation period, or money-back guarantee. Pricing and trial options would need to be discussed through the 'Talk to Sales' contact option.

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Carrot Weather: What features require Carrot Weather Premium Club?

Advanced features including custom widgets, notifications, data source switching, detailed weather maps, and interface customization require Carrot Weather Premium Club membership. Basic weather forecasting is available without a paid membership. Source: https://www.meetcarrot.com/weather

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Atmotube: Is there ongoing subscription or just one-time purchase?

The page does not clarify whether Atmotube products are one-time purchases, require subscriptions, or have recurring costs. This information would need to be obtained from the shop or sales team.

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